Credibility Matters

Because credible sources make your argument stronger and more effective

Because credible sources are easier to find

Because credible sources are always more interesting

Because credible sources are shorter to read

The ability to persuade others with emotion

Trust and reliability of information and its sources

The length of the essay

The use of complex vocabulary

Authors are experts

Published in good places

Not biased

Sensationalism

It's from the New York Times

It's an opinion piece

It's too old to use

The topic is too specific

A 75-year study by Harvard found that relationships have a powerful influence on your health and longevity.

After taking six days to contemplate my life, it is clear that relationships have a powerful influence on health.

Basketball is life.

It sounds good.

I like Loyola. My cousin went there.

It is from the Chicago Tribune, which is a reputable source.